1960 Diesel timing question

My non-expert opinion is to set the IP so it's correct for #1. #4 is, IMHO, a calibration problem within the rebuilt IP that can be corrected later.

Thanks..I think you are right and I will just set it up with #1 correct and deal with #4 and the IP later, wolf "> My non-expert opinion is to set the IP so it's correct for #1. #4 is,

I spent 2 months getting my 1960 190D motor running and got it started yesterday. Bought new tires. Tried to put it in gear today and could not do it. With the engine off the gears shift OK but it appears the clutch is "not working" . The linkage is intact and it moves as best as I can see but is apparently not separating. Is it frozen form 20 year's of neglect? How do I check this out further? Thanks wolf

Hi Wolf,

Have you checked whether the clutch is getting the movement of the clutch pedal? Linkage could be bad or, if hydraulic, no fluid etc.

If you see movement at the bell housing the clutch is locked in its engaged position.

Cheap and dirty - put the car into 1st or reverse - whichever direction the car can be moved - step on the clutch, step on the brakes and hit the starter. It may pop free. Be careful.

If it doesn't release you probably have to remove the transmission to get to the clutch.

I think I may be in luck I just "blocked" the clutch for 2 days and went back today to try your trick and it appears the clutch must have broken loose in the interim. Car moved with the clutch out and starter turning; did not move with the clutch pushed in. I need to get it started again for the acid test. Thanks again. wolf1

That's really good news, certainly better than removing the transmission only to find it stuck by a light rust film!